Vtg 1940s SNAP CLOSURE WRIST STRAP CATCHER ' S MITT Antique Leather Baseball Glove
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:18425980 |
Catcher's mitts of the 1940s were far different from those used today. They were of a simple flat design, with a recessed central pocket, and some featured a snap closure wrist strap. This Vintage 1940s SNAP CLOSURE WRIST STRAP CATCHER'S MITT is in good condition, with moderate drying, darkening, and crazing at front, the back having been recently cleaned, some faded ink present along the back pinky, a bit of purplish thread wrapped around the end of the back left tightening lace, ...moderate tearing to the bottom wrist strap piping, no stampings visible anywhere, and with some overall age wear evident (ALL pictured). Otherwise, the mitt is in fine shape, with no other damage to the tough brown leather construction. Most interestingly, it boasts the classic flat design with a recessed central pocket, sports a unique darkened brass "glove" snap closure wrist strap, and carries an additional leather tightening lace through the middle back fingers. It features a simple leather laced web, bears high quality leather edge piping, and exhibits all of the original leather lacing throughout. A fine example of a rare, original Vintage 1940s SNAP CLOSURE WRIST STRAP CATCHER'S MITT. Now celebrating our 20th year on eBay. Bid with confidence and please view our other great military, aviation, and sporting classics, including a US Army AAF WW2 EASTMAN PILOT KHAKI AVIATOR'S KIT BAG in MINT, unused, new with tags condition, featuring a roomy interior compartment, and stamped "AVIATORS KIT BAG / AN 6505-1 / PROPERTY / U.S. GOVERNMENT" at the left front.Abramsantiques appreciates your positive feedback and full five star ratings. We strive to make every transaction an exceptional one, and your complete satisfaction is our utmost concern. If for any reason you cannot leave fully positive feedback, contact us first and we will make it right.
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